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Manufacturing Bring Up: Key Steps to Ensure a New Partnership Delivers on Expectations

For hardware companies, changing manufacturing locations can be driven by many factors. The process that sits behind, often referred to as “manufacturing bring up,” involves significant planning and coordination. Here, we’ll explore the reasons companies make this move, the challenges involved, and the key steps to ensure a smooth transition. We’ll also consider both the positive and negative impacts of a successful execution.

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Manufacturing, Supply Chain Alex Wood Manufacturing, Supply Chain Alex Wood

Building a Resilient Supply Chain

In today’s dynamic global market, building a resilient supply chain is crucial for businesses to withstand disruptions and maintain operational continuity. From natural disasters to geopolitical tensions and pandemics, various factors can impact supply chains. This blog post explores strategies for developing a resilient supply chain, highlighting the importance of risk management, flexibility, and innovation.

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Agile in a Hardware Context: Feasibility and Application

Agile methodologies are often associated with software development due to their emphasis on flexibility, quick iterations, and adaptability to change. However, applying Agile principles in hardware development, where design and development timeframes are typically longer, presents unique challenges. Despite these challenges, several ways exist to effectively integrate Agile principles into hardware development.

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Quality, Manufacturing Alex Wood Quality, Manufacturing Alex Wood

Applying ISO 9001 in a Production Facility: Weighing the Positives and Negatives

ISO 9001 is more than a globally recognized standard for quality management systems (QMS); it is a strategic framework that integrates with broader business objectives such as sustainability and operational efficiency. Implementing ISO 9001 in a production facility brings numerous benefits, but also presents certain challenges and costs. This blog post explores the positives and negatives of ISO 9001 certification, including financial insights on the average cost, and delves into whether the certification justifies its value.

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